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Hammond Research Fund Proposals — Next Deadline May 2
Please note: The RFA has been updated regarding eligibility for PhD candidates. Please be sure to review the application requirements.
- All applicants submit final budget/justification via email no later than Friday, May 2 to allow review of final budget and budget justification prior to submission.
- Applications must be submitted via email by Friday, May 9 by 11:59 p.m. EST.
- Click for all details and application requirements.
Department Plans First Climate Action Day — April 23
Recognizing the public health and humanitarian crisis being caused by climate change, Duke Ob/Gyn is convening the First Annual Climate Action Day on April 23 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Duke South Amphitheater and virtually by Zoom. This inaugural event, which coincides with internationally commemorated Earth Day, is being organized by the steering committee of the Duke Climate Action Collaborative to Promote Reproductive Health (CACRH). Based administratively in the department, CACRH aims to elevate the impact of climate change on the reproductive health trajectory and create solutions that improve the lives of the women, families and communities cared for by Duke Health. Learn more about the event.
NC Ob/Gyn Society and NC Section of ACOG 2025 Annual Meeting — April 25-27
The NC Ob/Gyn Society and the NC Section of ACOG will hold the 2025 Annual Meeting from April 25-27 at the Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Learn more or register.
BIRCWH Call for Applications — Due April 30
The BIRCWH Program provides advanced research training, mentoring and career guidance for junior faculty interested in pursuing a research scientist career. BIRCWH research spans the entire spectrum of women’s health topics, and the program is open to all types of disciplines, clinicians and non-clinicians. BIRCWH scholars receive salary support for a minimum of two years and must dedicate 75% of full professional effort to research and professional development related to their BIRCWH project. Applications are due Wednesday, April 30.
Music Near the Gardens Moves to East Campus — May 28-June 25
Music Near the Gardens is a special edition of Duke Arts' long-running summer concert series while Sarah P. Duke Gardens undergoes renovations. Curated by musician and Pinhook owner Kym Register and hosted by local artist Stormie Daie, this year's five-concert series will move to Duke's East Campus, offering an expanded capacity and walk-up format, free and open to all. Concerts will take place at 7 p.m. every Wednesday from May 28 through June 25. The full lineup will be announced in late April.
KURe Call for Applications — Due July 1
The Multidisciplinary K12 Urologic Research Career Development Program (KURe) is recruiting talented clinical, translational and basic science researchers (MD, DO, PhD, MD/PhD) from diverse disciplines who are interested in building an independent research career using collaborative, multidisciplinary approaches to benign urological research questions. Applications are due Tuesday, July 1.
ABOG/AAOGF and the Foundation of SMFM/AAOGF Scholarships — Due July 1
The American Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Foundation (AAOGF), The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Educational Foundation (ABOG) and The Foundation of The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) are pleased to provide the 2025 scholarship booklet announcing the call for applications for research training scholarships. Applications must be received electronically by July 1.
Primary Care CME at Sea Pines — Aug. 5-8
The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health leads a series of CME courses at The Sea Pines Resort in Hilton Head, South Carolina. The 2025 conference will be held Aug. 5-8. CME courses are jointly provided by the Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development and The Sea Pines Resort.
Carter Society 75th Anniversary — Sept. 11-13
Faculty, please save the date and join us to celebrate the Carter Society's 75th anniversary during our annual meeting in Durham, North Carolina from Sept. 11-13, 2025. More details and registration links will be released soon.
Coordinated Support for School of Medicine Faculty During Difficult Times
In an effort to support faculty during this time of uncertainty and rapid change, the Duke University School of Medicine is partnering with Duke University and DUHS to offer coordinated support. Learn more about the available services for faculty at medschool.duke.edu/faculty.
Duke Military Association Affinity Group
The Duke Military Association (DMA) Affinity Group offers opportunities to network internally, attracts and retains veteran talent, promotes professional development and supports community outreach activities. Learn about the group, download a virtual meeting background to use, and more.
Cancer Dictionary
As a way to cope during her treatment for cancer, patient Duke Cancer patient Janis Krempa created a unique dictionary that used more traditional vocabulary — and a bit of humor — that made it easier to talk with her loved ones about her cancer journey (for example, she defines a chest port as a "pop socket" and the process of undergoing chemotherapy as "chemmunion"). Read Janis' story here, and read her dictionary here.
Duke Service: Protected Network for Research
The Compute and Data Services Alliance (CDSA) is pleased to announce the launch of its first service: the Protected Network for Research (PNR). The PNR is improving support for researchers who work with regulated and sensitive research data, other than DUHS electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI). The newly launched PNR consists of technical services and facilitative services to assist with necessary regulatory requirements. Researchers can receive full-service assistance when they need it and use self-service tools when they do not. Register for a one-hour virtual PNR information session here. More CDSA services are coming soon. To stay up to date on CDSA initiatives and services, join the mailing list, email your question or visit the website.
Clinical Trials Website and Directory: My Duke Research
The Duke University School of Medicine partnered with CTSI's Research Equity and Diversity Initiative (READI) and the Duke Office of Clinical Research (DOCR) to launch a new community-facing website about clinical research at Duke called "My Duke Research." The website aims to provide help information on research, share updates about current studies and research results and highlight the connection between health research and community health.
Duke's Sexual and Gender Diversity Advisory Council
The Sexual and Gender Diversity Advisory Council (SAGDAC) is a think tank that helps support collaboration and a wide range of innovative LGBTQ+ initiatives across Duke. Watch this video to learn more about the council’s advocacy work—from ensuring clinicians use appropriate terms in medical records to partnering with law students to address legal issues such as denied insurance claims.
Duke Moms Affinity Group
Duke Moms Affinity Group hosts a variety of opportunities for mothers to find support. A committee of Duke moms partners to provide fellowship and connection among like-minded members and to promote events across the Triangle. The group is making plans to host bi-monthly Moms Night Out events and Park Play Dates. Watch this video to hear members share what they love about the community or share your interest in volunteering by sending an email to DukeMoms@duke.edu.